Behind the Mission: LGBT+ and the World Bank Group

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Cameron

How can the world bank leverage its influence to support lgbtqia+ individuals in countries that criminalize queer identities? Is it possible to make financing contingent upon ensuring lgbtqia+ protections?
Mon, 05/17/2021 - 11:07
Betsy

Good morning! My name is Betsy and I'm a recruiter here at the World Bank Group. Looking forward to answering your questions!
Mon, 05/17/2021 - 11:10
J Bilbao

Hello, everyone. My name is Josebe and I work in the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the World Bank group. I look forward to answering your questions!
Mon, 05/17/2021 - 11:10
Henriette

How can colleagues support LGBTQ community inside and outside WBG? What are meaningful practical steps?
Mon, 05/17/2021 - 11:12
J Bilbao

The first step to help LGBTQI colleagues inside and outside the bank is to signal that one is an ally through inclusive language. Volunteering your preferred pronouns is a small gesture but it sends a strong message.
Mon, 05/17/2021 - 11:14